Which of the following may be inferred by the fact that Zheng He’s voyages became increasingly longer?(1 point)

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Zheng He traveled farther to build on earlier successes and to take the example of Ming power to new civilizations.
Zheng He traveled farther to build on earlier successes and to take the example of Ming power to new civilizations.

Zheng He wanted to take exotic animals back to China.
Zheng He wanted to take exotic animals back to China.

China needed more money and trade partners.
China needed more money and trade partners.

Zheng He did not want to return to China for various reasons.

Answer 1

The inference that can be drawn from the fact that Zheng He’s voyages became increasingly longer is:

Zheng He traveled farther to build on earlier successes and to take the example of Ming power to new civilizations.

This suggests that the voyages were likely intended to extend China's influence and demonstrate its power to other civilizations, rather than simply for the purposes of acquiring exotic animals, seeking trade partners, or avoiding a return to China.